Study and Living Guide

GUIDE TO LIVING AND STUDYING IN NEW ZEALAND - Ministry of Education (Click Here to read)

ImmigrationFull details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz

Medical and Travel InsuranceInternational students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand.

Eligibility for Health ServicesMost international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed in their website at www.moh.govt.nz

Accident InsuranceThe Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at www.acc.govt.nz